Question

    Which of the following international scientific

    organisations approves the names of elements, symbols and unit?
    A United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C International Science Council Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D International Union of Geodesy and Geophysics Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry (IUPAC):  It is the world authority on chemical nomenclature and terminology, including the naming of new elements in the periodic table; on standardized methods for measurement; and on atomic weights, and many other critically evaluated data. Dr Lynn M. Soby is the Executive Director of IUPAC.

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